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Outdoor Adventures Await You in Dalton, GA

Explore downtown Dalton's unique shops, historic sites, outdoor markets and a plethora of restaurants during your stay at the Country Inn & Suites in northwest Georgia. If you're looking for more adventurous things to do, you can head to nearby Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests to hike the trails or to Lake Winnie Amusement Park to challenge the thrill rides. History buffs won't want to miss the Chief Vann House Historic Site, the Tunnel Hill Heritage Center or Prater's Mill, a living history museum.

Parks

Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests (2 miles)Slip on your comfortable hiking boots for an adventure in these beautiful national forests, spanning 867,000 acres with trails and streams.Phone: +1 (770) 297-3000

Fort Mountain State Park (22.9 miles)Hike, horseback ride or mountain bike along the winding trails of this scenic park, which also offers spectacular views on the drive to the park via Highway 52. Phone: +1 (706) 422-1932

Lake Winnie Amusement Park (23.9 miles)Find something fun for everyone in the family at this nearby amusement park with traditional rides like a carousel, a Tilt-a-Whirl and the exciting Cannon Ball roller coaster. Cool off at SOAKya Water Park, and then stop by the kids' section for rides like ladybug cars, boats and swings. Phone: +1 (706) 866-5681

Tours and Museums

Chickamauga National Military Park (28.6 miles)Take a self-guided audio tour of Chickamauga National Military Park, site of one of the largest battles in the Civil War. Encompassing more than 9,000 acres, this park offers a visitor center with exhibits and a film covering the September 1863 Battle of Chickamauga.Phone: +1 (706) 866-9241

Chief Vann House Historic Site (12.3 miles)Once the home of Cherokee Indian leader James Vann, this historic house is open for tours. Highlights of the tour include the home's beautiful hand carvings, a floating staircase, a 12-foot mantle and numerous antiques throughout the house. Phone: +1 (706) 695-2598

Prater's Mill (13.4 miles)There's plenty to keep you busy at Prater’s Mill, a living history museum that features a working grist mill, a general store and a cotton gin. Hike the nature trails, take a canoe ride on Coahulla Creek, or treat the kids to a pony ride. Phone: +1 (706) 694-6455

Tunnel Hill Heritage Center (7.5 miles)Tour the 1,477-foot-long Western & Atlantic Tunnel, visitor center, museum and the 1848 Clisby Austin House at Tunnel Hill Heritage Center. Learn all about this historic railroad tunnel, built in 1848, and its impact on the Civil War. Phone: +1 (706) 876-1571